India, Oct. 23 -- The Chhattisgarh government has approved tender rates for six health care construction projects, including four new government medical colleges in the state, officials said on Thursday.

The approvals were granted during the 51st board meeting of the Chhattisgarh Medical Services Corporation Limited (CGMSC), held in New Raipur, an official said.

The board sanctioned construction for new medical college buildings in Manendragarh, Kabirdham, Janjgir-Champa, and Geedam, approving tender rates of Rs.323.03 crore for Manendragarh, Rs.318.27 crore each for Kabirdham and Janjgir-Champa, and Rs.326.53 crore for Geedam.

These colleges are expected to significantly enhance the state's capacity for medical education while providi...